Many users of the VKontakte social network actively use the content saving function, but often encounter difficulties when trying to find these materials on a mobile device. The interface of the official application VK is regularly updated, icons and menu layout change, which causes confusion. This is especially true for the section Bookmarks, which on the desktop version and in the mobile application has different navigation logic.
In this article we will analyze in detail where exactly on a smartphone with an operating system Android the folder with saved recordings, photos and videos is hidden. You'll learn how to quickly access deferred posts and why some users may not see this section on their profile.
We'll also look at how bookmark feed algorithms work and give tips on organizing saved content for easier future use. Understanding the menu structure will help you save time searching for the information you need.
Where is the Bookmarks section in the application interface
First, you need to understand that in the VKontakte mobile application, the section similar to “Favorites” on a computer is officially called Bookmarks. There are two main ways to find it, depending on how your bottom navigation bar is configured. In the latest versions of the client for Android This section is on the main screen.
Look at the bottom of the screen of your smartphone. The main tabs are located there: Home, Services, Profile and others. The bookmarks icon usually looks like a flag or bookmark icon. If you don't see it right away, it may be hidden in the advanced options menu. Click on the icon with three horizontal stripes or dots in the lower right corner to expand the full list of sections.
In the menu that opens, find the item Bookmarks. It can be located in the "General" or "Services" block. Clicking on this item will take you to a special feed where all the materials you have saved are aggregated. This is a single repository for posts, articles, podcasts and products that you have flagged.
⚠️ Attention: If you updated the application recently and the icon disappeared, try restarting the device or check the settings of the bottom panel in the section
Settings → General → Menuto return the desired item to visibility place.
It is worth noting that the interface may differ slightly on different phone models, for example Samsung Galaxy or Xiaomi Redmi, due to the scaling features of fonts and controls. However, the logic of location remains the same for the entire ecosystem Android.
Step-by-step guide for adding content to bookmarks
For the material to appear in the "Favorites" folder on your phone, you must first save it. The process is intuitive, but has its own nuances for different types of content. Let's consider the algorithm of actions for a standard post in the news feed.
Open the entry you want to save. In the upper right corner of the post or below the post text (depending on the format), you will find a flag icon. Clicking on it activates the save function. The checkbox will change color or animation to confirm that the action has been completed.
For photos and videos, the logic is similar. Open the media file in full screen, find the action menu (often three dots in the corner) and select option Save to bookmarks. After this, the file will instantly appear in your personal collection.
- 📌 Find a post or photo in the news feed.
- 📌 Click on the flag icon or three dots in the corner of the post.
- 📌 Select "Save to bookmarks" in drop-down menu.
- 📌 Check the appearance of the element in the section
Bookmarksvia the bottom menu.
This is a universal tool for creating a personal library of interesting content.
☑️ Check saving
Navigation by types of saved content
Inside the section Bookmarks information is not lumped together, but structured by type. This allows you to quickly find the materials you need, be it music, videos or text recordings. At the top of the screen you will see a horizontal menu with tabs.
The "Articles" tab collects all the longreads and text publications that you have marked. The "Photos" tab displays a gallery of saved images in a convenient tiled format. There are separate sections for Video, Products and Podcasts.
Such segregation significantly speeds up the search. If you were looking for a specific recipe or instructions saved as a picture, you don’t have to scroll through thousands of text posts - just go to the appropriate tab.
| Content type | Where it is displayed | Viewing features |
|---|---|---|
| Posts | Tab "Posts" | Displayed in original format with comments |
| Photos | Tab "Photos" | Gallery mode, fast scrolling |
| Video | Tab "Video" | Ability to continue viewing from where you stopped |
| Products | Tab "Products" | Cards with prices and links to stores |
Using filters inside bookmarks allows you to effectively manage a large collection of data. This is especially true for users who store educational materials or work documents there.
Use the bookmark search (the magnifying glass at the top of the section) to instantly find a saved post by keyword without manually scrolling through the feed.
Working with deferred publications and drafts
Often users confuse the section "Favorites" with delayed posting function. On the phone Android scheduled posts are managed through a community profile or personal page, but access to them is also integrated into the general publishing settings.
If you created a post but selected the “Publish later” option, it will not go to regular bookmarks. To find such posts, you need to go to your profile, click on the create a new post button (icon with a camera or pencil) and select the section Delayed.
All drafts and planned publications are stored here. You can edit them, change the release time or delete them. This is an important tool for public administrators and active bloggers.
⚠️ Attention: Deferred posts are tied to a specific community or page. If you administer several groups, check the pending posts in each of them separately through the profile switcher.
Unlike bookmarks, which are available only to you, scheduled posts will be visible to all subscribers after publication. Do not confuse these functions when planning content.
Problems with section display and their solutions
Sometimes users are faced with a situation where the bookmarks section is empty or is not displayed at all in the menu. This may be due to an outdated version of the application VK or cached data that conflicts with new server updates.
First, it is recommended to check for updates in the store Google Play. Developers regularly release patches that correct interface errors. If the application is current, try clearing the cache.
Go to Phone settings → Applications → VKontakte → Memory and click the "Clear cache" button. This action will not delete your personal data, correspondence or saved bookmarks, but will reset temporary files that may cause crashes.
- 🔄 Update the application via Google Play Market.
- 🔄 Clear the application cache in the Android settings.
- 🔄 Re-login to your account (log out and log in again).
- 🔄 Check your Internet connection, as bookmarks are loaded from the network.
In rare cases, the problem may be on the server side social network. If nothing helps, you should wait a few hours and try again.
What to do if bookmarks are gone after the update?
Sometimes after major updates the interface is reset to factory settings. Go to Application Settings → General → Menu and manually enable the display of the “Bookmarks” item by dragging it to the active area.
Synchronization between phone and computer
One of the main advantages of cloud storage of VKontakte bookmarks is complete synchronization between devices. What you saved on your phone Androidwill instantly appear on your computer, and vice versa.
This allows you to start reading an article on the road from your smartphone, and finish it at home on a large monitor screen. The system automatically updates the reading status and position in long materials.
For correct synchronization, make sure that you are logged into the same account on all devices. No additional settings are required to enable this function; it works by default.
All actions with bookmarks are synchronized in real time through VKontakte servers, so Internet access is required for new saves to appear on other devices.
If you notice desynchronization (on your phone, not on your PC), try refreshing the page in your browser or rechecking the network on your mobile device.
Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
Is it possible to create separate folders inside bookmarks on Android?
At the moment, the official VKontakte application for Android does not have the function of creating custom folders inside the bookmarks section. Everything is saved in a common feed, structured only by content type (photos, videos, posts). However, you can use the "Notes" function to structure text information.
Where do bookmarks disappear if I delete the application?
Your bookmarks will not be lost, since they are stored on the servers of the social network, and not in the phone's memory. After re-installing the application and logging into your account, your entire collection will be restored automatically.
Why don’t I see a checkbox button under some posts?
The save button may not be available in promotional posts, some types of surveys, or in posts with limited access (for example, in closed groups where the administrator has prohibited saving content). Also check if the button in the “More” menu is hidden (three dots).
Is it possible to download saved photos from bookmarks to the phone memory?
Yes, you can save the image to the device memory. To do this, open the photo in your bookmarks, click on the three dots in the corner and select “Save to Gallery” or simply take a screenshot.
Is there a limit on the number of saved entries?
Officially, VKontakte does not announce strict limits on the number of bookmarks for ordinary users. However, when reaching very large volumes (tens of thousands of records), the operation of the section may slow down due to technical limitations in displaying the feed.